Disclaimer: I was
recently sent a pair of OOFOS OOriginal Sport Sandals to review as part of
being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about
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Many people say that running is such a simple sport—all you
need is a pair of good sneakers—but most runners know this isn’t the case. Running is so much more complex with all the
gear, technology, training plans, strength training, stretching, foam rolling,
nutrition, recovery techniques and so on…
It’s all the little things that make us stronger, faster and stay injury
free that can’t be ignored.
So after you take off you $100+ sneakers that you purchased
at a specialty running store fitted and selected especially for you, why put on
a cheap pair of flimsy flip flops with absolutely no support?
Enter OOFOS.
OOFOS is a recovery footwear company. They make sandals and clogs with its unique OOfoam,
designed to absorb 37% more shock than other materials.
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Reduces stress on sore feet, knees and lower
back.
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Cradles your arches.
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Biomechanically designed footbed allows natural
motion.
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Soft, conforming toe post eliminates toe
chafing.
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Shower/beach-ready; moisture resistant; doesn’t
retain smell.
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Durable OOfoam holds its cushion.
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Machine washable.
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So light they float.
More on the OOfoam technology:
When do I wear my OOFOS OOriginal Sport Sandals?
Before I got injured I was wearing my OOFOS everywhere! Around the house, after a run, walking the
dog, running errands, to the nail salon—literally, everywhere!
Unfortunately for me sandals are not ideal for an Achilles
strain but I have continued to wear them on a limited basic lounging around as
I “rest.” Just don’t tell my PT
coworkers…
Other bonuses:
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Unbelievably comfortable. When I first put them on I kind of questioned
why I walked around in my favorite 2 for $5 flip flops for all these years.
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The arch support is so nice! I have a high arch so I don’t always feel
like I’m getting much support in my arches.
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The soles are thick and cushiony yet super lightweight
and non-bulky.
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Do you get blisters the first time putting on
flip flops in the spring like I do? Well
not with these guys! Score!
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So apparently these are machine washable?! I haven’t tried yet but they are really easy
to clean off with a hose—I’ve had to do it multiple times after playing around
with Georgie in my backyard desert oasis.
Cons:
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The “Sport” version is in fact sporty! Duh. Although
not terrible, I kind of like the bright, solid colored OOriginals over the 3
color choices available in the OOriginal Sport (White Cloud, Graphite and
Marsala). Just personal preference.
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Now that I’ve been wearing these all around, I almost
would prefer the slide version of OOFOS.
After a run, I often like to keep my compression socks on for a while
and you can’t do that with the sandals. No
big deal. I’ll just have to buy a pair!
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Sizing is based off whole sizes. If you are usually a half size they suggest
going up a size for women but down a size for men. I am usually a 7 or a 7.5 and I ended up
ordering a 7. It seems like the right
choice for me but based on where the arch is located on the shoe, it almost
feels like I need my toes to be a little longer!
Have you had a chance to #FEELTHEOO yet?
Join us on Twitter for the OOFOS sponsored #BibChat on
August 30th at 9pm EST!
Happy running!
P.S. Georgie gives OOFOS “2 paws up!”
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